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Kratos Defense and Security Solutions · 6 days ago
Quality Engineer II-IV
Sacramento, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$85K/yr - $120K/yr
3+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Designs test and inspection methods used to identify defects and problems within the process
Defines robust quality and inspection plans for programs or projects under guidance or using previous bodies of knowledge.
Interprets design documents and specifications to extract and document the quality function deliverables.
Reviews CMM or inspection data for the qualification of new product and production tooling.
Facilitates first article inspections including the approval and submittal of related reports (FAIRs).
Participates in or leads continuous improvement projects to eliminate scrap and reduce rework operations.
Works with operations management to establish, implement and maintain the quality management system.
Interfaces with engineering design teams to drive changes for quality improvement.
During manufacturing process and product design reviews, ensures that related quality considerations are well defined and documented in quality and inspection plans.
Participates in or leads root cause analysis and implementation of corrective action for process related concerns.
Supports and leads the Quality Inspectors to ensure that products and processes comply with the relevant requirements of the quality management system.
May conduct audits, including closing out audit findings, creating audit findings reports and determine proper corrective and preventative actions.
Analyzes customer complaints and other quality escapes, and drives corrective or preventative action in response.
Ensures timely resolution of Supplier Corrective Action Reports for assigned suppliers.
Manages assigned supplier(s) performance, including periodic audits.
Tracks and reports quality metrics and reports to management and customers.
Updates and maintains process control plans and FMEAs.
Defines inspection processes using knowledge of GD&T and inspection tooling/gauging concepts.
Reviews and/or prepares documentation to support product/system delivery, including configuration and documentation verification.
Dispositions discrepant materials as identified by internal departments or customers.
Analyzes and reports on process performance with emphasis on “critical to” and “cost of” quality.
Adheres to safety procedures.
Maintains company quality documentation, including material, product and system acceptance test plans.
Responsible for coordinating assigned suppliers and verifying quality standards in accordance with established requirements, which includes, but is not limited to performing regular supplier audits to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and actively participating in strategic development based on quality control plans.
Serve as the liaison for assigned suppliers, suggest structural quality and process improvements, and collaborate with other engineers in a team environment.
Identifies technical problems with suppliers and assists with implementing Supplier Correction Action Reports (SCAR).
Responsible for managing assign supplier scorecards, facilitating resolution of below standard scores and keeping Supply Chain informed of supplier scores.
Qualification
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Required
Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline, a physical science or equivalent experience
Minimum of 3 years’ experience as an Engineer at manufacturing related company
Strong verbal and written communications skills
Strong Microsoft Office Suite tools
Intermediate to advanced Excel skills required
Relentless root cause analysis skills
Must be a self-directed professional
Ability to analyze data, measurements, and other information to reach accurate conclusions
Ability to think analytically and produce accurate analysis, while applying good judgment to conduct assigned responsibilities accurately and effectively
Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards
Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors
Ability to interact appropriately with external parties when necessary
Ability to adhere to workplace rules and exhibit appropriate behavior
Proficient in root cause, corrective and preventive action programs
Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), DOE
Ability to read and interpret design drawings, schematics and military specifications
Ability to close open actions and meet deadlines assigned
Office and or manufacturing environment
Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time
Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones)
May be exposed to possible shop hazards including high noise level, high pressure equipment, chemicals, and shop traffic
Employee may generate, handle, manage, or work around hazardous materials and hazardous wastes
May be required to lift up to 50 pounds in accordance with KUAS General Safety Training guidelines
Up to 10% Travel required between KUAS and customer/vendor locations
Preferred
ASQ Quality Engineer certification
Familiarity and exposure to AS9100 and ISO systems
Experience in a manufacturing environment
Knowledge of gauging methodology and metrology
Working understanding of assembly methods, fixtures, tooling, and fabrication methods
Experience in Quality Assurance within the aerospace industry
Demonstrated skills in statistical analysis, process control, and Statistical Process Control (SPC)
Experience with composites
Strong project management skills
Six Sigma certification
Company
Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions provides mission critical engineering, IT services, and war fighter solutions.
1,001-5,000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$357.8MKey Investors
U.S. Air Force
2024-02-22Post Ipo Equity· $288M
2019-06-05Grant· $31.8M
2018-05-21Grant· $38M
Leadership Team
Eric DeMarco
President and CEO
Carol Zanmiller
Vice President, KS2
Recent News
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